A Director Gets Rebates: Even the Scandals Are a Blast!

Chen Weidong, a 39-year-old unemployed programmer, is reborn in 2008 and awakens the [Director’s Cashback System]. From that point on, the Chinese entertainment industry is shaken by his presence. “Director Chen, some people say you and director Chen Kaige are the ‘Two Chens.’ Do you agree?” “Haha, director Chen Kaige? Maybe Farewell My Concubine was decent, but as for The Promise and Sacrifice... I think he knows the score himself.” “Director Chen, people say that every time you direct a production, rumors emerge that you’re involved with the actresses in it. What do you make of that?” “I was just helping them with their acting. Haven’t you noticed how Gao Yuanyuan, Jing Tian, and Fan Bingbing have all improved?” “Director Chen, people say you promote fan culture and influence teenagers, yet you also introduced film ratings that benefit adults. What’s behind this contradictory approach?” “I’d like to ask: is it really contradictory?” “Director Chen, paparazzi recently reported that you and a rising actress were seen entering a hotel together. Is that true?” “False. We were having a normal script-reading session.” “Apparently, several of your ex-wives went to the hospital and may be getting pregnancy tests. Some say you divorced but never really separated, in violation of marriage law. Is that true?” “Sorry, I have no comment...” (Also known as: Chinese Entertainment 2008: A Director’s Cashback, and Life’s Great Even with Scandals!)